Air Fryer Shrimp Scampi
This delicious shrimp scampi is made in the air fryer, resulting in crispy and flavorful shrimp with a garlic butter sauce.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)
- Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
- Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
- Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
- Butter - 4 tablespoons, melted
- Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
- Large shrimp - 1 pound, peeled and deveined
Let's Get Started
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat them evenly with the garlic butter mixture.
- Place the shrimp in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook the shrimp in the air fryer for 8-10 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are crispy and cooked through.
- Serve the air fryer shrimp scampi hot, garnished with additional chopped parsley and lemon wedges if desired.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 1g
